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Weather forecast for Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Today – A mix of sun and cloud. 60 percent chance of showers this afternoon with risk of a thunderstorm. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. High 30. Humidex 42. UV index 8 or very high.

Tonight – Partly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers early this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Wind west 20 km/h becoming light this evening. Low 14.

Haunted Museum volunteers needed

(Wallaceburg & District Museum)

Interested in helping behind the scene at Wallaceburg’s Haunted Museum?

A volunteer meeting is being held on Friday, September 7 at the Museum at 8 p.m.

The meeting will be held in the Museum staff room.

Multiple volunteers are needed at the event.

“It’s the season for fun with the Haunted Museum,” organizers say.

“Just around the corner and we are seeking help to make this year’s museum look amazing. So if you want to help out in (any) way, large scale or small scale, please come along to our meeting or call us and we will find a space for you. Must be over the age of 13 or accompanied by an adult.”

Call Myrna Jewell at 519-627- 8962 for more information.

the actual events are taking place on October 21 and October 28 at 7 p.m.

Watch for more details.

Heat warning continues

A heat warning remains in place across Chatham-Kent, as humidex values reaching 40 are expected.

Hot and humid conditions will continue today.

A hot and humid airmass is expected to remain in place today. Maximum afternoon temperatures are expected to be near 30 degrees with humidex values near 40.

A cold front is expected to move through this afternoon bringing an end to the heat event.

The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.

Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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